2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranger | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
